Q1General Studies
Question
10 marks
[CO2] Explain the concept of human development.
Answer
Human development is a process of enlarging people's choices — to lead long, healthy, and creative lives — measured by the Human Development Index (HDI) covering health, education, and standard of living.
- Health: Measured by life expectancy at birth
- Education: Measured by mean years of schooling and expected years of schooling
- Standard of Living: Measured by Gross National Income (GNI) per capita (PPP $)
- Equity: Equal opportunities for all, regardless of gender, class, caste, or ethnicity
- Sustainability: Ensuring current development does not compromise future generations
- Productivity: Enhancing human capabilities and participation in productive activities
- Empowerment: Enabling people to make decisions that affect their lives